Old Town Historic District
San Luis Obispo
Visit Old Town Historic District
Popular places to visit
Avila Hot Springs
Explore the great outdoors at Avila Hot Springs and enjoy the beautiful sunsets during your trip to San Luis Obispo. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.
Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
Find out about the history of San Luis Obispo when you take a trip to Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
Bubblegum Alley
Colorful pieces of chewed gum, some of which have been turned into art pieces, decorate the walls of this narrow lane.
Laguna Lake Park
After visiting Laguna Lake Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in San Luis Obispo. Discover the beautiful sunsets and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
Bishop Peak Trail
Learn about the local history of San Luis Obispo with a stop at Bishop Peak Trail. Discover the beautiful sunsets and shops in this family-friendly area.
Cerro San Luis Obispo
Explore the great outdoors at Cerro San Luis Obispo and enjoy the beautiful sunsets during your trip to San Luis Obispo. Discover the acclaimed art scene and shops in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Big Sur PCH Highway 1
San Luis Obispo: Margarita Ranch Foraging Tour
Essential Downtown SLO: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Santa Margarita: Zipline Adventure with 6 Different Ziplines
2 Hours Private Walking Tour in San Luis Obispo
Top hotels in Old Town Historic District
Oxford Suites Pismo Beach
Great breakfast!
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Edgewater Inn And Suites
Room was clean Staff was very helpful
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
SeaCrest OceanFront Hotel
All good if. clean rooms, comfy bed
Reviewed on Nov 1, 2025
Spyglass Inn
Well appointed room in a stunning ocean setting.
Reviewed on Nov 7, 2025
Sandcastle Hotel on the Beach
We had a fantastic stay! Lovely views, room and staff. Bed is so comfortable. We will definitely be back!
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025
Madonna Inn
I love the eclectic decor. The rooms & bathrooms were spacious. The food I. The restaurants were delicious. And the service was top notch from check in to check out.
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Historic District
Downtown San Luis Obispo
If you're spending some time in Downtown San Luis Obispo, Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa are top sights worth seeing.
Railroad District
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Railroad District and surrounding area, you can visit Downtown SLO Farmers' Market and Fremont Theater.
MoJo
While MoJo might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Fremont Theater and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa.
Lower Higuera
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Lower Higuera and surrounding area, you can visit Madonna Plaza Shopping Center and Downtown SLO Farmers' Market.
Japantown
Japantown might not have many top sights, but Madonna Plaza Shopping Center and Downtown SLO Farmers' Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Foothill
While Foothill might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Fremont Theater and Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa.
